Kitchen Manager Jobs in Ellicott City, MD

A Kitchen Manager in the hospitality industry plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth operation of the kitchen. They are responsible for overseeing daily back of house restaurant operations, which includes managing the kitchen staff, ensuring food safety and quality, developing menus, coordinating food orders, and maintaining kitchen equipment. They also ensure that the kitchen operations meet the establishment's standards and comply with health and safety regulations. The Kitchen Manager also liaises with front of house staff to ensure seamless service delivery and guest satisfaction.

Before becoming a Kitchen Manager, one could have worked in roles such as Line Cook, Sous Chef or even as a Chef De Partie. It's necessary for a Kitchen Manager to have excellent leadership and management skills, the ability to work under pressure, and good knowledge of food preparation and safety. They should also have a firm grasp of budgeting, inventory management, and scheduling. Certifications in food handling and safety, such as the ServSafe certification, are typically required. A degree in culinary arts, hospitality or a related field would be beneficial. Also, many years of culinary and management experience are usually required.

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Kitchen Leader

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 1 day ago

WHAT YOULL DO In addition to following Chipotles policies and procedures, principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Ensuring food quality by cooking and prepping food to order, and...

Chef Manager

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Ensure food quality standards are met and amounts are sufficient to meet expected need. Maintain awareness of safety issues, and report them immediately to your manager....

Kitchen Manager

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 1 day ago

cost management, and financial accountability Strong culinary creativity and menu development skills Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication abilities Hands-on approach, with the...

Kitchen Supervisor

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Now Hiring! Lebanese Taverna Restaurants Group is seeking a Kitchen Supervisor for its Baltimore location. Qualified candidates will have a minimum of 2 successful years in up-scale/casual...

Executive Sous Chef

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Quality Control: Maintain high standards of food quality, consistency, and presentation....

Executive Sous Chef - M&T Bank Stadium 1411939

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 16 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 16 days ago

Executive Sous Chef - M&T Bank Stadium Levy Sector Position: Executive Sous Chef Salary: [[$50,000 to $70,000]] Different perspectives make us better. We're committed to creating an equal...

Executive Sous Chef - M&T Bank Stadium

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 18 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 18 days ago

Position: Executive Sous Chef Salary: [[$50,000 to $70,000]] Different perspectives make us better. Were committed to creating an equal opportunity and fair treatment environment, where learning...

Chef Manager

  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 19 days ago
  • Silver Spring, MD (20 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 19 days ago

quality and portions Ensures adherence to modified diets, correct portioning of foods, and proper serving methods Prepares and serves meals on time and at the correct temperatures Actively trains on...

Culinary Supervisor

  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (9 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

Location Name: MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY - 75601009 Location ID: 75601009 Culinary Supervisor Location: MORGAN STATE UNIVERSITY - 75601009 Workdays/shifts : Varying shifts, days/hours (open...

Executive Chef

  • Owings Mills, MD (11 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (11 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 60+ days ago

What You’ll Do: Inspire Culinary Excellence: Oversee all kitchen operations, including menu development, food preparation, and presentation, while maintaining the highest standards of quality and consistency...

Sous Chef

  • Owings Mills, MD (11 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (11 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Leading and mentoring a talented culinary team to uphold the highest standards of food quality and presentation....

Kitchen Coordinator

  • Columbia, MD (6 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, MD (6 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

quality standards Communicate cordially, effectively and clearly with co-workers Perform varied duties to ensure proper back of house operation according to standing operating procedure Requirements...

Sous Chef

  • Columbia, MD (6 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Columbia, MD (6 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Details Job Title Sous Chef Posted: 3/28/2025 Salary: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 / year Location MD, Columbia 10300 Little Patuxent Pkwy #3160 Columbia, MD 21044 Description Do you have a true...

Chef Manager

  • Rockville, MD (22 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockville, MD (22 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Possesses a passion for sustainability Preferred Qualifications: Must have a working...

Chef Manager

  • Rockville, MD (22 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Rockville, MD (22 miles from Ellicott City, MD)
  • 30+ days ago

development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing and utilizing local food products Possesses a passion for sustainability Preferred Qualifications: Must have a working...

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Salary for Kitchen Manager Jobs in Ellicott City, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Kitchen Managers in Ellicott City, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.6%
High School or GED
24.4%
Associate's Degree
21.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
13.1%
Master's Degree
6.3%
Some College
3.2%
Some High School
0.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Managers in Ellicott City, MD
2-4 years
29.5%
1-2 years
29.4%
None
18.4%
Less than 1 year
17.8%
4-6 years
4.9%



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